Transcript 2013 VCE Information Evening - Catholic Regional College

2015
VCE Information Evening
Year 11 2015 Subject Selection
Reflection
7.00pm
Introduction and welcome
Reflection
Reflections on VCE at CRC Melton
Year 11 Subject Selection
VCE
VCAL
Post Year 12 Pathways
Subject Selection process
7.45pm
Students and parents will have an opportunity to discuss with
Domain (Subject) Leaders and other key VCE Teachers selection
issues, or learn more about VCE subjects available, or find out
about post-secondary school options.
At CRC Melton, we offer our students 2
PATHWAYS into 2015 and 2016
VCE
VCAL
THE VCE PATHWAY:
• Most students at CRC Melton choose a
VCE course of study.
• It is a pathway to employment, further
training or tertiary education at University
or TAFE.
THE VCAL PATHWAY:
• The VCAL program has a vocational
emphasis.
• It is an applied learning approach to
senior studies.
• It offers a pathway into employment,
traineeships or apprenticeships.
VCE SUBJECT SELECTION:
For Year 11 you will be required to select:
•1. ONE RE subject (1 unit)
•2. ONE English subject (2 units)
•3. FIVE other subjects (10 units)
VCE SUBJECT SELECTION:
For Year 12 you will be required to select:
•1. ONE RE subject (one unit)
•2. ONE English subject (2 units)
•3. FOUR other subjects (8 units)
VCE SUBJECT SELECTION:
Religious Education subjects :
•1. Text & Traditions Unit 1
•2. Religion & Society Units 3/4
VCE SUBJECT SELECTION:
English subjects:
1. English
2. Literature*
3. English Language*
*approval must be obtained for these
subjects
VCE SUBJECT SELECTION:
Although Maths is not compulsory in VCE, it is
recommended that it be chosen at Year 11. These
subjects include:
1. Foundation Mathematics
2. General Mathematics
3. Mathematic Methods
4. General Mathematics (Advanced)*
5.Further Mathematics*
*approval must be obtained for these subjects
VCE SUBJECT SELECTION:
The list of the other subjects offered is in
the VCE Handbook.
What is VCAL?
• VCAL is the Victorian Certificate of Applied
Learning
• A hands-on option which provides practical workrelated experience, as well as literacy and
numeracy skills and the opportunity to build
personal skills that are important for life and work.
• VCAL is an accredited Secondary Certificate.
What is VCAL intended for?
• It aims to provide students with the skills, knowledge
and attitudes to make informed choices about pathways
to work and further education. It a more ‘hands-on’
option.
• Preparation for Apprenticeships
• Preparation for the workforce
• Works in conjunction with TAFE and VET
COURSE COMPONENTS
• Numeracy
• Literacy
• Personal Development
• Work Related Skills Incorporating Unit 1 in Industry
and Enterprise
• Industry Specific Skills (ie. VET course chosen)
• Work Placement
LEVELS OF VCAL
• Foundation
• Intermediate
• Senior
The levels are based on the amount of teacher direction
and assistance required by the student.
TAFE & WORK PLACEMENT
• TAFE is attended one day per week
• 90% attendance required
• Roll taken at the commencement of each period
• Work placement is attended one day per week
• Placements are to be arranged by the student before
the commencement of the school year
SUBJECT SELECTION
Where to now?
Post Secondary School Options
• University
• Cadetship- Combining Employment with University
study .
• VET-Vocational Education and Training (TAFE)
• Apprenticeships/Traineeships
• Employment- Full Time, Part Time, Casual
Pathway Options for VCE Students
•Pre –Apprenticeships
Cert I or II
•Apprenticeship
VCE
or
VCE/VET
TERTIARY EDUCATION
•Higher Education
•VET
Employment
Pathway Options for VCAL Students
•Pre –Apprenticeships
Cert I or II
•Apprenticeship
VCAL
EMPLOYMENT
VET
TRAINING AND
EDUCATION
PATHWAYS
VCAL
Vocational Education and
Training
Higher Education
Certificate I
Certificate II
Certificate III
VCE
Certificate IV
Diploma
Diploma
Advanced Diploma
Associate Degree,
Advanced Diploma
Some possibilities for senior
VCAL
Degree
POST GRADUATE
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Diploma
Masters Degree
Doctoral Degree
OTHER FORMS OF TRAINING
Pre-Apprenticeship
• provided by TAFE or other VET providers and generally take 12 to 16
weeks.
• prepares individuals for an apprenticeship by teaching basic skills of the
trade.
• The training provider often helps the student find an employer once the
course is finished.
Apprenticeship or Traineeship
• learn skills in a particular industry by working and training on the job.
• In most cases, there is off-the-job training as well, usually with a TAFE
institute or a private training provider.
• skills and qualifications are recognised across Australia, and by employers
in your industry.
• usually take 3 to 4 years to complete. A traineeship usually involves training
and coursework over a 12 month period.
4 things to consider when choosing
your course:
1.
The career path you are considering
pursuing.
2.
What you are good at.
3.
What you enjoy.
4.
Prerequisites & recommended
subjects
CHECKING PRE-REQUISITES
• VTAC – Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
(www.vtac.edu.au)
• VICTER 2017- Victorian Tertiary Entrance Requirements
CourseLink- Build a VCE Program and allows you to check prerequisite studies for courses of interest
GENERALLY…
Math Methods is a prerequisite for nearly all university
engineering, computer science and some biomedical or
general science courses.
Some biological environmental, medical science courses
equire Further Maths or year 11 maths
Most nursing & primary school teaching = minimum of 2
units of maths. Year 11 maths is sufficient
Some TAFE courses specify year 11 maths or year 12
Further Maths
Check VICTER 2017
SELECTION CRITERIA
• Pre-requisites
• Recommended Studies
• ATAR
• Folios
• Portfolios
• Interviews
• Work experience- voluntary, paid, school
WHAT TO SELECT?
Religious Education is compulsory for all Years 11
and 12 students.
Two options
• Option 1: Year 11 RE (Text & Traditions Unit 1)
• Option 2: Religion and Society Units 3/4
Your current Year 10 RE teacher will help you
decide the best option for you.
2014 Year 10 Religious Education Teacher only
This student is best suited for ______________________________________ in 2015.
Comments:_________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Teacher Name & Initialed: ______________________________________
Considering the above, record your proposed 2015 Religious Education study on the last page of this guide.
English Pathways
English Group:
Students must study at least one of VCE
Units 1/2 English, VCE Units 1/2 English
Language or VCE Units 1/2 Literature for
the whole year.
2014 Year 10 English Teacher only
This student is best suited for ______________________________________ in 2015.
Comments:____________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
Teacher Name & Initialed: ______________________________________
Maths Pathways
Options:
Core
• General Mathematics Units 1/2
• Mathematical Methods Units 1/2
• Foundation Mathematics Units 1/2
Additions
• VCE 1/2 General Maths Advanced
• Further Maths Units 3/4
2014 Year 10 Mathematics Teacher only
This student is best suited for ______________________________________ in 2015.
Comments:____________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
Teacher Name & Initialed: ______________________________________
OTHER
Most students completes studies
in a further five subjects.
Subject choice is yours – there are no restrictions
like Year 10.
Most will be VCE Unit 1/2 studies VCE Units 3/4
studies available to some students
Units 3 & 4
If selecting a Unit 3/4 subject then students will need to:
•
Complete Section 5 of the
selection guide
•
Show a high level of academic success in relevant Year
10 subjects
•
Display excellent work habits
2015 Year 11 SUBJECT SELECTIONS
Read through the ‘Guide’ thoroughly.
Fill in sections
If unsure about any aspect ask questions and write down questions
you want answered at interview
Rank/rate your proposed choices
Book an interview time with your Homeroom teacher
Submitting your Initial Selections
•
•
•
Fill in your 2015 Year 11 Initial Subject
Selections page.
Then use your Web Preferences Access Guide
to lodge your selections on-line .
You have a unique Access Code and Password.
SUBMITTING YOUR SUBJECT SELECTION
•
•
Staple your Web Preferences
receipt to the Selections sheet
Submit to your Homeroom teacher by
August 8th.
SUBJECT SELECTION DATES
Thursday 31st July: VCE Subject Selection
Interview
Wednesday 8th August: Online VCE Subject
Selection DUE
YOUR CHANCE TO ASK QUESTIONS
Domain Leaders:
Shaun Coates (Religious Education Coordinator)
Lauren Hill (English)
Ingrid Jahnke (Mathematics)
Daniela Harrington (Humanities)
Matthew Pitman (Health & Physical Education)
Lauren Prout (Science)
Yvonne Wood (Technology)
Paul Iannazzo(Information technology)
Jessica Conte (LOTE)
Amy Rowley( Arts)
Contact details
• John Christie
[email protected]
• Narelle Layton
[email protected]
• Lydia Jovanovic
[email protected]
• Pauline Jakobovic
[email protected]
• Susan Henry
[email protected]